Overview
- ESPN’s Shams Charania reports the Bucks engaged multiple teams over the weekend and sent counteroffers after receiving aggressive proposals.
- The Warriors, Heat and Timberwolves are characterized as the most active suitors, with Golden State viewed as the most aggressive pursuer.
- Brian Windhorst says the Knicks are not aggressively pursuing a pre‑deadline deal, citing confidence in their roster and limited practical pathways to a competitive offer.
- Reporting notes Milwaukee may decide by the deadline or defer to the summer, when some teams can offer more picks, though a pre‑deadline deal would allow an immediate extension window for the acquiring team.
- Doc Rivers says Antetokounmpo wants to remain in Milwaukee, yet the front office is evaluating offers as injuries and standings concerns weigh on the Bucks’ calculus.